Looking for work...

Looking for work...

So I got out in 2009, and all I have been able to get when it came to jobs were seasonal or temp jobs. Now I work as a cashier for Wal-Mart and am looking for another job if anyone knows of anyone hiring in the Antioch, CA area.

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Biggest problem I encountered was the fact I was a white male w/out, and my disability wasn't approved yet. I was 20 year veteran with combat experience, but wasn't offered anything through that website, nor did I get a call back. I had my resume approved through the career center, worked with full bird colonels, SGMs, etc--each looked at it and said it looked great and I should be guaranteed a call back or interview.

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I think a question that is not asked is what is your skill set? Your employment since seperation is actually hurting you and the skills you have. Have you thought of going back to school? Also have you talked to your local VA agencies to see what benefits are available for you (Resume Writing, Career Counseling, Workshops, Interview Assistance, Job Banks, etc.)

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i retired in 2012 after 20 yrs and 3 tours combat and been out of work for 2 yrs and im a union carpenter resumes is awsome sent out 1000 only 1 or 2 replys to seel insurance the unions are failing but i do have a cpl things lined up just got my cdl class a through unemployment for free and may ill ride a big rig around

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I would like everyone to know how it's like here in Oxnard, CA. I'm a combat vet. Got out after 9 yrs. Recently been in and out of college. The only job I actually qualify for (maybe overqualified) is security. Even on this job I'm only on call, so I work on occassion. Ever since I came to this place to take care of my aunt who had cancer, I was constantly on the look out for work. I applied literally EVERYWHERE! And I'm not kidding. I'm so fed up with this place that I'm willing to drive 20+hours to Texas (where veterans get treated better). I'm so sick and tired of this "hire mexicans first" mentality that I often see here. Don't get me wrong, got nothing against them but I can't even get a fast food job over here. All I'm looking for is a full time job, whatever it maybe. There seems to be a DON'T HIRE VETERANS CAMPAIGN going on over here. For that, Texas sounds very good to me.

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CALIFORNIA IS A BLUE STATE: THAT ANSWERS YOUR QUESTION. when you apply in cali, everyone thinks your a nut for surviving combat & will never be sane. Do what I'm about to do, move to Texas (where we get the respect we deserve)

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I've unfortunately had the same problem. Odd and end jobs here and there and its really taking a toll on me. Good luck with your job search, just know your not alone. Our employment office in my area doesn't even help vets.